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Here you will find our latest success stories with private sector companies where, in collaboration with international research institutions, we help them find innovative solutions to their challenges and assist them in improving their products and services.

Investigating of VFDs

United Projects Co. (UPAC) Established in 2000, publicly listed on Boursa Kuwait, and headquartered in Kuwait, UPAC (United Projects for Aviation Services Company) is a leading commercial real estate and facilities management company with a specialization in Build Operate Transfer (BOT) initiatives. Its services cover project management and consultancy, real estate development, maintenance, as well as property and facilities management. UPAC manages over 24,000 sqm of commercial space at the Kuwait International Airport, Sheikh Saad Terminal and other prominent locations within the country, including Discovery Mall. UPAC is also developing a commercial super regional mall in Abu Dhabi set to complete by the end of 2020.

A brief description about the project

Investigating the failure of VFDs operation and coupling damage of cooling towers at the airport site.

How did KFAS help with funding your project?

With the aid of the Innovation Research Voucher (IRV) scheme awarded here at the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), UPAC approached KFAS and applied for funding support to solve the problems which happened during the operation of cooling towers fans motors at the variable frequency drives mode. KFAS provided 7,000 KD for research investigation and equipment.

What was the STI related solution needed for your product?

Successful operation solution for cooling towers fans at VFDs mode to contribute in electricity and water savings.

How did this affect your company?

It increases the savings in water and electricity which are consumed by cooling towers. The new variable frequency drives and the new temperature sensor which was installed at the CTs leaving water to the VFDs directly has insured safe operation at the VFD mode.

Would you reapply for KFAS programs and would you recommend KFAS programs to other companies?

Yes. KFAS programs are highly valuable and contribute in Electricity and water conservation.